Great combination of x8 3.5" bays and x4 2.5" bays, this professional looking unit has a solid metal design with an LCD screen to give you all the right information at a glance. Quick clip plastic trays make for easy installation of drives

features

Pack with Thunderbolt 3 ports and 10GbE ports, this is an editors dream. Featuring USB Type-C ports, HDMI, and the option of M.2 ports, this is a very flexible NAS for Business and editors.

performance

Boosting the i5/i7 series CPU and DDR4 RAM that can exceed 32GB, This makes for a great VM server and the power to deal with large media files due to those TB3 ports. Perfect for those Plex servers.

value

Taking into account all the features this has in one box? - many editors and larger business will love this unit

design

Plastic trays bring down the feel of quality and some may not like this option

features

M.2 are SATA and Not Nvme

performance

People will expect TB3 speeds but as the SSD are SATA, it will vary from person to person

Exclusively providing a Thunderbolt™/NAS/iSCSI SAN triple solution, the TVS-1282T3 features four Thunderbolt™ 3 ports to enable seamless collaboration between up to four Mac® and Windows® devices. Coupled with its higher bandwidth to smooth 4K video transfer and online editing, the TVS-1282T3 is a perfect match for Thunderbolt-equipped Mac® and Windows® users for 4K workflows, file storage and high-speed sharing. The TVS-1282T3 leverages 7th Generation Intel® 14nm multi-core processors and was designed around the concept of tiered storage, application-based partitioning and network traffic distribution, providing exceptional performance to fulfill critical tasks.

Highly-efficient media collaboration for Mac and WindowsThe TVS-1282T3 is a perfect match for Thunderbolt™ 3-capable MacBook Pro®, and is backward-compatible with Mac Pro® and iMac® featuring Thunderbolt™ 2 via Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 converter. The higher bandwidth is especially suited for creative professionals and enthusiasts from photographers, filmmakers to graphic designers who focus more on 4K or 3D workflows. The latest Final Cut Pro® X 10.3 adds support for SMB protocol, allowing you to easily store files in the TVS-1282T3 and share files with Windows®, and other devices using Thunderbolt™, 10GbE or 1GbE connection. Up to 4 Thunderbolt™ devices can connect to the TVS-1282T3 to process real-time video editing simultaneously without impacting NAS performance, while 4K videos can be directly displayed using the TVS-1282T3's HDMI output. Coupled with its large capacity potential, the TVS-1282T3 provides an ideal storage solution with unmatched performance for high-resolution file storage and I/O-intensive tasks to increase productivity in multi-workstation environments.

Application-based PartitioningEvery application requires different performance. For example, Surveillance Station requires higher-priority access to storage to ensure the integrity of recordings, while normal transmission speeds are sufficient for file sharing. However, when multiple applications are running on the same storage media, the required throughput level cannot be guaranteed as the storage media is busy handling I/O requests from all of them. The TVS-1282T3 supports three different types of storage media: M.2, SSD and SATA hard drives, and they can be configured as independent partitions for different applications, ensuring a sufficient throughput level for every application.

Network Traffic DistributionWith four GbE ports and two 10GbE ports, the TVS-1282T3 allows applications to use dedicated interfaces to meet network traffic distribution requirements. Network interfaces can also be easily managed with the Network & Virtual Switch app, which enables optimized network resources for TVS-1282T3, virtual machines and containerized apps. No matter if they are business organizations or individual users, they can effortlessly manage network connections by using the Network & Virtual Switch.

4K HDMI output with a free remote control for an excellent audiovisual experienceThe TVS-1282T3 comes with three HDMI ports (4K 30hz output) for using three monitors in either "duplicated" or "extended" desktop configuration*. You can connect the TVS-1282T3 to a HDTV or A/V receiver and use the media player in HybridDesk Station (HD Station) to enjoy rich media content and 4K videos. HD Station supports multi-tasking and user authentication so only authorized users can access the stored data. Besides using the bundled remote control, you can also turn your mobile devices into remote controls by installing the Qremote app to control HD Station.

Access 10GbE networks over Thunderbolt with Thunderbolt-to-Ethernet (T2E)As Apple® computers do not natively support 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Mac® users previously needed to purchase a Thunderbolt-to-Ethernet adapter to connect to high-speed Ethernet networks. The innovative Thunderbolt-to-Ethernet (T2E) allows computers without Ethernet ports (such as MacBook Pro®) to access 10GbE network resources over a Thunderbolt™ connection to the TVS-1282T3. This saves users from having to buy adapters or converters and greatly streamlines the connectivity process.Note: T2E transmission speed may be affected when using a virtual switch. QNAP aims to continue improving and optimizing T2E performance.

Thunderbolt™ 3/NAS/iSCSI SAN triple solutionThe TVS-1282T3 can simultaneously run general Ethernet services in addition to the Thunderbolt™ 3 network, completely independently and with no bandwidth interference. As an unmatched NAS that combines Thunderbolt™, NAS and iSCSI SAN into one box, the TVS-1282T3 prevents the restriction of DAS connecting to only one device, and breaks the cost barrier for creating 10GbE high-speed network environments.

Thunderbolt™ NAS modeYou can directly access files on the TVS-1282T3 on a file-based level. Simply attach your computer to the TVS-1282T3 with a Thunderbolt™ 3 cable, and you will find the TVS-1282T3 in Finder/File Explorer with accessible shared folders available for you. It is plug-and-use, and completely simple.

Ethernet NAS modeThe TVS-1282T3 also features Ethernet networking for flexible file sharing across multiple devices simultaneously using SMB/CIFS, AFP and NFS for sharing across Windows®, Mac® and Linux®/UNIX® networks. Use Qfinder Pro to find the TVS-1282T3 attached to your computer, and you can find the Thunderbolt IP and Ethernet IP for file sharing based on your needs.

iSCSI SAN block-based modeThe TVS-1282T3 supports iSCSI SAN configuration, while the Thunderbolt™ interface can contribute a lot to iSCSI SAN storage performance. After creating an iSCSI target on the TVS-1282T3, you can access the iSCSI with your computer* through Thunderbolt IP.*iSCSI initiator for Mac: ATTO Xtend SAN or SNS globalSAN; for Windows: Microsoft iSCSI initiator.

Flexibly attach, share, and expand in 4 waysWith four Thunderbolt™ 3 ports on the TVS-1282T3, you can flexibly arrange the connection of your computer workstations with the TVS-1282T3 and its storage expansion enclosures based on your needs.

High accessibility (Mac+JBOD)Attach three Mac® workstations to the TVS-1282T3 via Thunderbolt™ 3 ports for online video editing, while the remaining Thunderbolt™ 3 port is used for storage expansion by connecting up to six NAS expansion enclosures (TX-500P / TX-800P). You can also take advantage of the built-in 10GbE LAN card for multi-device file sharing over a 10GbE network at the same time.

Optimal collaboration (Mac+Mac)When using multiple workstations to work together to speed up a project, you can connect each workstation separately to the Thunderbolt™ 3 ports on the TVS-1282T3 to enjoy simultaneous, speedy video editing.

Dividing resources (Mac+NAS)Large-sized video production studios often require multiple servers to increase productivity with different workflow stages, such as capturing, editing, production, post-production, and dubbing. In this situation it can be helpful to daisy chain an additional 6 TVS-1282T3 units to the original TVS-1282T3 and arrange each NAS for dedicated workflow stages, while the other Thunderbolt™ 3 ports are connected to the workstations for smoothly accessing large-sized video files. Meanwhile, each TVS-1282T3 allows file sharing with multiple devices through Gigabit or 10 Gigabit Ethernet network.

Seamless expansion (JBOD+JBOD)Rest assured your massive files are safely stored in the TVS-1282T3 which supports seamless capacity expansion to offer you abundant storage. You can connect up to six NAS expansion enclosures (TX-500P / TX-800P) to the TVS-1282T3 through Thunderbolt™ 3 ports to enjoy up to 560 TB total storage capacity, and share files via 10GbE network.

2 x M.2 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA 6Gb/s SSDNote:1. The M.2 SSD is not included as standard.2. M.2 SSD operations can easily generate excessive heat. It is recommended to install a heatsink (from QNAP or a third-party provider) on the M.2 SSD.

Hard Drive Tray

4 x 2.5" SSD8 x 2.5"/3.5" hard drive or SSD

Drive Interface

SATA 6Gbps/3Gbps; Hot-swappable

Thunderbolt Port

4 x Thunderbolt™ 3 high-speed port

USB

1 x USB 3.0 port (Front)4 x USB 3.0 port (Rear)

LAN Port

2 x 10GBase-T port4 x GbE port

HDMI Output

3

Audio Input

Audio In: 2 x 6.3mm MIC In

Audio Output

2 x built-in speaker, 1 x 3.5mm Line-out jack

Note: Only one of the above audio output ports can work at a time. If a speaker is connected, the sound will output through the speaker.

Spanstor Build And TestIf you buy this Qnap Desktop NAS 10GbE+TB3 and hard drives we do free build and test for the unit and hard drives. So you can use this device straight out of the box. All free of charge in TVS-1282T3-i5-16G price.
Same Day and Next Day Delivery available in UK and fast WorldWide delivery for products in stock.
FREE Business Quotes available for products with specific requirements or quantities. Often cheaper than Amazon.

Qnap TVS-1282T3-i5-16G Desktop NAS 10GbE+TB3 expansion units

When running out of hard drive capacity on the Qnap, TX-500P provides an easy way to immediately scale capacity up to 40TB by additional 5 hard drives. The RAID volume on the Qnap Desktop NAS 10GbE+TB3 can be expanded directly without having to reformat the existing hard drives, ensuring it continues its service during the capacity expansion. More Info
When running out of hard drive capacity on the Qnap, TX-800P provides an easy way to immediately scale capacity up to 64TB by additional 8 hard drives. The RAID volume on the Qnap Desktop NAS 10GbE+TB3 can be expanded directly without having to reformat the existing hard drives, ensuring it continues its service during the capacity expansion. More Info

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Great combination of x8 3.5" bays and x4 2.5" bays, this professional looking unit has a solid metal design with an LCD screen to give you all the right information at a glance. Quick clip plastic trays make for easy installation of drives

features

Pack with Thunderbolt 3 ports and 10GbE ports, this is an editors dream. Featuring USB Type-C ports, HDMI, and the option of M.2 ports, this is a very flexible NAS for Business and editors.

performance

Boosting the i5/i7 series CPU and DDR4 RAM that can exceed 32GB, This makes for a great VM server and the power to deal with large media files due to those TB3 ports. Perfect for those Plex servers.

value

Taking into account all the features this has in one box? - many editors and larger business will love this unit

design

Plastic trays bring down the feel of quality and some may not like this option

features

M.2 are SATA and Not Nvme

performance

People will expect TB3 speeds but as the SSD are SATA, it will vary from person to person

Exclusively providing a Thunderbolt™/NAS/iSCSI SAN triple solution, the TVS-1282T3 features four Thunderbolt™ 3 ports to enable seamless collaboration between up to four Mac® and Windows® devices. Coupled with its higher bandwidth to smooth 4K video transfer and online editing, the TVS-1282T3 is a perfect match for Thunderbolt-equipped Mac® and Windows® users for 4K workflows, file storage and high-speed sharing. The TVS-1282T3 leverages 7th Generation Intel® 14nm multi-core processors and was designed around the concept of tiered storage, application-based partitioning and network traffic distribution, providing exceptional performance to fulfill critical tasks.

Highly-efficient media collaboration for Mac and WindowsThe TVS-1282T3 is a perfect match for Thunderbolt™ 3-capable MacBook Pro®, and is backward-compatible with Mac Pro® and iMac® featuring Thunderbolt™ 2 via Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 converter. The higher bandwidth is especially suited for creative professionals and enthusiasts from photographers, filmmakers to graphic designers who focus more on 4K or 3D workflows. The latest Final Cut Pro® X 10.3 adds support for SMB protocol, allowing you to easily store files in the TVS-1282T3 and share files with Windows®, and other devices using Thunderbolt™, 10GbE or 1GbE connection. Up to 4 Thunderbolt™ devices can connect to the TVS-1282T3 to process real-time video editing simultaneously without impacting NAS performance, while 4K videos can be directly displayed using the TVS-1282T3's HDMI output. Coupled with its large capacity potential, the TVS-1282T3 provides an ideal storage solution with unmatched performance for high-resolution file storage and I/O-intensive tasks to increase productivity in multi-workstation environments.

Application-based PartitioningEvery application requires different performance. For example, Surveillance Station requires higher-priority access to storage to ensure the integrity of recordings, while normal transmission speeds are sufficient for file sharing. However, when multiple applications are running on the same storage media, the required throughput level cannot be guaranteed as the storage media is busy handling I/O requests from all of them. The TVS-1282T3 supports three different types of storage media: M.2, SSD and SATA hard drives, and they can be configured as independent partitions for different applications, ensuring a sufficient throughput level for every application.

Network Traffic DistributionWith four GbE ports and two 10GbE ports, the TVS-1282T3 allows applications to use dedicated interfaces to meet network traffic distribution requirements. Network interfaces can also be easily managed with the Network & Virtual Switch app, which enables optimized network resources for TVS-1282T3, virtual machines and containerized apps. No matter if they are business organizations or individual users, they can effortlessly manage network connections by using the Network & Virtual Switch.

4K HDMI output with a free remote control for an excellent audiovisual experienceThe TVS-1282T3 comes with three HDMI ports (4K 30hz output) for using three monitors in either "duplicated" or "extended" desktop configuration*. You can connect the TVS-1282T3 to a HDTV or A/V receiver and use the media player in HybridDesk Station (HD Station) to enjoy rich media content and 4K videos. HD Station supports multi-tasking and user authentication so only authorized users can access the stored data. Besides using the bundled remote control, you can also turn your mobile devices into remote controls by installing the Qremote app to control HD Station.

Access 10GbE networks over Thunderbolt with Thunderbolt-to-Ethernet (T2E)As Apple® computers do not natively support 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Mac® users previously needed to purchase a Thunderbolt-to-Ethernet adapter to connect to high-speed Ethernet networks. The innovative Thunderbolt-to-Ethernet (T2E) allows computers without Ethernet ports (such as MacBook Pro®) to access 10GbE network resources over a Thunderbolt™ connection to the TVS-1282T3. This saves users from having to buy adapters or converters and greatly streamlines the connectivity process.Note: T2E transmission speed may be affected when using a virtual switch. QNAP aims to continue improving and optimizing T2E performance.

Thunderbolt™ 3/NAS/iSCSI SAN triple solutionThe TVS-1282T3 can simultaneously run general Ethernet services in addition to the Thunderbolt™ 3 network, completely independently and with no bandwidth interference. As an unmatched NAS that combines Thunderbolt™, NAS and iSCSI SAN into one box, the TVS-1282T3 prevents the restriction of DAS connecting to only one device, and breaks the cost barrier for creating 10GbE high-speed network environments.

Thunderbolt™ NAS modeYou can directly access files on the TVS-1282T3 on a file-based level. Simply attach your computer to the TVS-1282T3 with a Thunderbolt™ 3 cable, and you will find the TVS-1282T3 in Finder/File Explorer with accessible shared folders available for you. It is plug-and-use, and completely simple.

Ethernet NAS modeThe TVS-1282T3 also features Ethernet networking for flexible file sharing across multiple devices simultaneously using SMB/CIFS, AFP and NFS for sharing across Windows®, Mac® and Linux®/UNIX® networks. Use Qfinder Pro to find the TVS-1282T3 attached to your computer, and you can find the Thunderbolt IP and Ethernet IP for file sharing based on your needs.

iSCSI SAN block-based modeThe TVS-1282T3 supports iSCSI SAN configuration, while the Thunderbolt™ interface can contribute a lot to iSCSI SAN storage performance. After creating an iSCSI target on the TVS-1282T3, you can access the iSCSI with your computer* through Thunderbolt IP.*iSCSI initiator for Mac: ATTO Xtend SAN or SNS globalSAN; for Windows: Microsoft iSCSI initiator.

Flexibly attach, share, and expand in 4 waysWith four Thunderbolt™ 3 ports on the TVS-1282T3, you can flexibly arrange the connection of your computer workstations with the TVS-1282T3 and its storage expansion enclosures based on your needs.

High accessibility (Mac+JBOD)Attach three Mac® workstations to the TVS-1282T3 via Thunderbolt™ 3 ports for online video editing, while the remaining Thunderbolt™ 3 port is used for storage expansion by connecting up to six NAS expansion enclosures (TX-500P / TX-800P). You can also take advantage of the built-in 10GbE LAN card for multi-device file sharing over a 10GbE network at the same time.

Optimal collaboration (Mac+Mac)When using multiple workstations to work together to speed up a project, you can connect each workstation separately to the Thunderbolt™ 3 ports on the TVS-1282T3 to enjoy simultaneous, speedy video editing.

Dividing resources (Mac+NAS)Large-sized video production studios often require multiple servers to increase productivity with different workflow stages, such as capturing, editing, production, post-production, and dubbing. In this situation it can be helpful to daisy chain an additional 6 TVS-1282T3 units to the original TVS-1282T3 and arrange each NAS for dedicated workflow stages, while the other Thunderbolt™ 3 ports are connected to the workstations for smoothly accessing large-sized video files. Meanwhile, each TVS-1282T3 allows file sharing with multiple devices through Gigabit or 10 Gigabit Ethernet network.

Seamless expansion (JBOD+JBOD)Rest assured your massive files are safely stored in the TVS-1282T3 which supports seamless capacity expansion to offer you abundant storage. You can connect up to six NAS expansion enclosures (TX-500P / TX-800P) to the TVS-1282T3 through Thunderbolt™ 3 ports to enjoy up to 560 TB total storage capacity, and share files via 10GbE network.

2 x M.2 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA 6Gb/s SSDNote:1. The M.2 SSD is not included as standard.2. M.2 SSD operations can easily generate excessive heat. It is recommended to install a heatsink (from QNAP or a third-party provider) on the M.2 SSD.

Hard Drive Tray

4 x 2.5" SSD8 x 2.5"/3.5" hard drive or SSD

Drive Interface

SATA 6Gbps/3Gbps; Hot-swappable

Thunderbolt Port

4 x Thunderbolt™ 3 high-speed port

USB

1 x USB 3.0 port (Front)4 x USB 3.0 port (Rear)

LAN Port

2 x 10GBase-T port4 x GbE port

HDMI Output

3

Audio Input

Audio In: 2 x 6.3mm MIC In

Audio Output

2 x built-in speaker, 1 x 3.5mm Line-out jack

Note: Only one of the above audio output ports can work at a time. If a speaker is connected, the sound will output through the speaker.

Spanstor Build And TestIf you buy this Qnap Desktop NAS 10GbE+TB3 and hard drives we do free build and test for the unit and hard drives. So you can use this device straight out of the box. All free of charge in TVS-1282T3-i5-16G price.
Same Day and Next Day Delivery available in UK and fast WorldWide delivery for products in stock.
FREE Business Quotes available for products with specific requirements or quantities. Often cheaper than Amazon.

Qnap TVS-1282T3-i5-16G Desktop NAS 10GbE+TB3 expansion units

When running out of hard drive capacity on the Qnap, TX-500P provides an easy way to immediately scale capacity up to 40TB by additional 5 hard drives. The RAID volume on the Qnap Desktop NAS 10GbE+TB3 can be expanded directly without having to reformat the existing hard drives, ensuring it continues its service during the capacity expansion. More Info
When running out of hard drive capacity on the Qnap, TX-800P provides an easy way to immediately scale capacity up to 64TB by additional 8 hard drives. The RAID volume on the Qnap Desktop NAS 10GbE+TB3 can be expanded directly without having to reformat the existing hard drives, ensuring it continues its service during the capacity expansion. More Info

Qnap Desktop NAS 10GbE+TB3 TVS 1282T3 i5 16G reviews

It is better to ask SPAN for free compatibility checks. But as today you could fill it with 8X 16TB Seagate Ironwolf. This would give you a total raw storage of 128TB

07/05/2020 | Guest | |

Can I use any drives with this NAS?

Yes, but we would recommend to use WD Red or Seagate Ironwolf. They consume less energy and generate less vibration and noise.

06/05/2020 | Guest | |

Can I add a 2TB HDD and a 2nd one later with RAID1?

Yes, you can migrate from Basic single disk to RAID 1

05/05/2020 | Guest | |

Can I upgrade the RAM on this NAS?

Looking at the specs, this NAS should allow RAM upgrade. Ask SPAN.COM for free compatibility checks.

04/05/2020 | Guest | |

Is this enclosure suitable for a SSD - such as Samsung EVO SATA III SSD

Yes, it will work with Samsung, WD or Seagate SSD. In fact this will improve the internal speed and make apps run faster.

22/01/2018 | Edward Norman | |

Great advice from Span to auto-tier this TVS! Hard drives, Solid State Drives both regular and internal cards set up in connected RAIDS to get the most out of my data and the speed of this NAS along with the Thunderbolt 3 aspect and the 16GB RAM. Only gripe is that the courier delivered this to my neighbour rather than me even though I was in. Not impressed with that as I was waiting in all morning and had to lug it back home. Not really the companies fault mind you just a bit annoying!

18/01/2018 | Matthew Gordon | |

Great multi-layered, thunderbolt 3 NAS for enterprise solutions where a rack isn't required. QNAP are rather good at these bigger systems and well worth a look.

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